Obituaries
Knoxville, TN Obituaries
Local obituaries for Knoxville and Knox County, TN
Shirley Lay
May 24, 2022
Shirley “Sherrie” Lay, age 66, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Parkwest Medical Center. Sherrie loved her family and everyone she came in contact with, and always had a smile on her face even when she didn’t feel the best. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, cooking for her family and friends, camping, car shows, fishing, listening to Christian music....
Ella Laverne Maddox
May 24, 2022
Ella Laverne Maddox, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. Maddox; sisters, Florence E. Pressley and patsy L. Hurst; brother, John W. Smith. She is survived by sons, Daniel Robert of Halls Crossroads, Michael Wayne and wife Jayne of Franklin, Tony Lynn of Knoxville; grandchildren, Brian Curtis and...
Georgia Clara Jennings
May 24, 2022
Georgia Clara Jennings, age 78, went home to be with the Lord on May 24, 2022. She was a member of Valley View Baptist Church. She loved to draw and color pictures. She was a devoted wife and a loving mother. Georgia was preceded in death by her husband, Hobert Jennings; and the father of her children, Frank Dykes. She...
Maria Nedelcu
May 23, 2022
Blesseth be the GOD of the Living: Abraham; Isaac; Jacob; Praise be to the LAMB of GOD- JESUS the CHRIST through the Almighty Power of the HOLY GHOST, Amen. By the Grace of HOLY TRINITY, the one who was Maria Nedelcu, daughter of Stavar and Ioana State was given in marriage to Titus Nedelcu and they had four children. Eleonora...
Douglas Wayne Pickens
May 23, 2022
Douglas Wayne Pickens “The Mayor of South Knoxville” passed away surrounded by family that loved him. He was a devoted father, grandfather and a die-hard Tennessee Volunteer fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillian and James “Bud” Pickens; brother, Jimmy Pickens; and ex-wives, Mary-Lou Pickens and Laura Pickens. He is survived by brother, Robert Pickens (and family);...
Patricia Charlene Triplett
May 22, 2022
Patricia (Charlene)Triplett, age 67, of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, May 22, 2022. She was born in Knoxville, TN on August 10, 1955. Charlene cared deeply for her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Aileen Shea; sister, Marie Connell; niece, Margaret Carmichael. Charlene is survived by her daughter, Jamie Rymer; sisters, Margaret Shipley and Sandra...
Royden Lamont Kruse
May 20, 2022
Royden “Monty” Lamont Kruse, Jr., age 59, of Knoxville, passed away on Monday, 20, 2022 surrounded by his loving family and friends. To know Monty was to love him and to be loved by him. He worked for over 30 years at Toyota in Torrance, California, and moved to Tennessee after retiring to be closer to his family. He enjoyed...
Judy Carol Lawson
May 20, 2022
Judy Carol Lawson, age 74, of Powell passed away suddenly Friday, May 20, 2022 at her home. She was retired from the University of Tennessee Campus as manager of Student Affairs. Preceded in death by parents; Ernest M. and Mildred T. (Rockey) Lawson. She is survived by her brother; Ronald M. Lawson, Knoxville, Tn and half brother; Fred Lawson of...
Jerry Lee Adams
May 19, 2022
Jerry Lee Adams age 53 of Knoxville went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 19, 2022. Member of First Baptist Church of McDonough, Georgia. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and the Georgia Bulldogs, hunting and fishing. Preceded in death by parents; James Thomas and Juanita Neal Adams. Survivors: Brother; Bobby Lee Adams, Sister; Kay (Tommy) Bradberry, Daughter; Brittany (Heath)...
Evelyn Mynatt
May 19, 2022
Evelyn Henderson Mynatt (Farmer) peacefully passed away on May 19, 2022, in Sarasota, FL (age 103). Evelyn was married to Elbert (Bud) Mynatt for 70 years. She was always willing to help anyone and have a good word to inspire them. She will be greatly missed by all her family. She is survived by son Keith Mynatt (Rita), grandson Craig...
Charles Hopper
May 19, 2022
Charles “Charlie” Hopper Jr., age 50, passed away on May 19, 2022. He was a devoted grandfather to 5 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by aunt, Mary Richards; and nephew, AJ Long. He is survived by loving wife, Brenda Hopper; daughters, Shelby (Kalvin) Collins and Kelsie (Ronald Sandlin) Hopper; grandchildren, Ajay, Cooper, Zaida, Ronnie, and Koda; parents, Charles Hopper...
Michael Wayne Everett
May 18, 2022
Michael Wayne Everett, age 56, of Powell, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. Michael graduated from Halls High School in 1983. He was a great husband, father, son and friend. Michael loved his boys and loved to sing. He is preceded in death by his grandfather and grandmothers; nephew, Jacob Tudor. He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Tudor...
Eugene Peneo Cosmah
May 17, 2022
Eugene ‘Pete” Peneo Cosmah 79, of Knoxville, passed away May 17th 2022 at Fort Sanders Hospital. He retired from the Dover Elevator Company in 2004. He was enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1964 where he served 6 years. He was awarded a Good Conduct medal and a Sharp Shooter medal. Pete was also a long time member of the...
William Gene Draper
May 16, 2022
William Gene Draper, age 52, of Knoxville went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 16, 2022. William was a member of Crosswalk Community Church and retired from East Tennessee Children’s Hospital where he worked as a medical housekeeper. He was an avid UT Football fan and also enjoyed volunteering with the Shriners Hospital for Children. He was...
Zachary Benjamin Hatmaker
May 16, 2022
Zachary Benjamin Hatmaker, age 21 of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 16, 2022. He enjoyed working, fishing, and spending time with his friends and family. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Felix Ray Hatmaker, and many aunts and uncles. He is survived by his mother; April (Wilson) Lopez, father; Ignacio Mata, siblings; Antonio...
Sharon Darleen Tarwater
May 16, 2022
Sharon Darleen Tarwater, age 70 of Knoxville, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022, at home surrounded by her family. She was the owner of The Cook House and Double S Lounge, both of East Knoxville. She was of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her husband; Eddie Lee Slone, daughter; Tammy Bailey, grandson; Lucas Kage Bright, and...
Roger Michael Ellison
May 15, 2022
Roger Michael Ellison, 71, of Powell, TN passed away on May 15, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Mike, as he was known, was born on March 7, 1951, in Chattanooga, TN, the son of James Edward and Mary Mildred (Merriman) Ellison. He graduated from Rossville High School in 1968. Gone before in death are Mike's parents, brother James Frances...
David Gatewood Irwin
May 15, 2022
David Gatewood Irwin, age 76 of Knoxville, passed away May 15, 2022. Preceded in death by his parents Sterling and Grace Irwin and his beloved aunt, Helen Prentice Caulton of Maryville, TN. Survived by brother Caulton Lee Irwin in Morgantown, WV, sister Marion Irwin Thompson Edwardsville, IL. A funeral service will be held 11:00am Friday, May 20, 2022, at Mynatt...
Cindy Lou Horne
May 14, 2022
Cindy Lou Horne, age 58 of Knoxville, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Mynatt Funeral Home Fountain City Chapel. Family and friends will meet at Seven Islands Cemetery on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at 1:45pm for a 2:00pm graveside service. online condolences may be...
